Serving 298 students in grades 9-12, International High School At Union Square ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
International High School At Union Square's student population of 298 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
International High School At Union Square ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International High School At Union Square is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2848 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
62%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
7%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International High School At Union Square's ranking?
International High School At Union Square is ranked #2848 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are International High School At Union Square often compared to?
International High School At Union Squareis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan International High School, High School For Dual Language And Asian Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of International High School At Union Square?
The graduation rate of International High School At Union Square is 85-89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend International High School At Union Square?
298 students attend International High School At Union Square.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of International High School At Union Square students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International High School At Union Square?
International High School At Union Square has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does International High School At Union Square offer ?
International High School At Union Square offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is International High School At Union Square part of?
International High School At Union Square is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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